Course objectives : Attain knowledge about the various roles of microbes in the
ecosystem and also understand the impact created by microorganisms in the field of
agricultural development and also in various fields like bioremediation and waste
treatment.
Course Outcome:
CO1 Discuss the basic concepts of ecological system, pollution and environment
CO2 Compare different types of interaction among microbial communities and
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their significance
CO3 Explain biogeochemical cycles and their importance in an ecosystem
CO4 Elaborate the role of microbes in soil, water and air
CO5 Summarise the methods of air quantitation, air sanitation, sewage treatment
and water purification.
CO6 Discuss the various aspects and the application of microbes in various fields
of agriculture and environmental microbiology like bioremediation,
biofertilizers and waste treatment methods.
- Teacher: RASHEEDA EV FACULTY